Sama Chakeva is a special festival celebrated mainly by women and girls in Bihar. It honors the brother-sister relationship and nature.Women create colorful clay birds and perform rituals to pray for the well-being of their brothers. The festival is marked by folk songs, dances, and colorful decorations in homes.
Sama Chakeva is not only a celebration of the bond between siblings, but also reflects the broader cultural identity and traditional artistry of the Mithila region. During the festival, women and young girls craft clay figurines of Sama, Chakeva, and other characters like Chugla, trees, and birds.
